Name: Candied Yams with Marshmallows
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 15 Ounce Can of Bruces Yams; 4 TBSP Unsalted Butter; 1/2 Cup Brown Sugar; 1/2 TSP Cinnamon; 1/2 TSP Nutmeg; 1/4 TSP Salt; 3 TBSP Juice from the Yams; 16 Large Marshmallows

Prepare to indulge in a classic holiday favorite with a modern twist—Dad’s air fried candied yams! This recipe takes the beloved, sweet, and buttery yams, tops them with gooey marshmallows, and cooks them to perfection in an air fryer. This method not only cuts down on cooking time but also ensures a deliciously caramelized finish that's both crispy and tender.

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First, gather your ingredients: yams, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and mini marshmallows. Start by peeling and slicing the yams into even pieces. Next, coat them in a mixture of melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. This combination infuses the yams with a rich, sweet flavor that caramelizes beautifully in the air fryer.

Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Place the coated yams in the air fryer basket in a single layer to ensure even cooking. Cook for about 20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure all sides are evenly cooked. When the yams are tender and caramelized, top them with mini marshmallows and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the marshmallows are golden and gooey.

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Air fried candied yams are a perfect side dish for any holiday meal or a sweet treat to enjoy anytime. The air fryer brings out the natural sweetness of the yams while creating a crispy exterior and a soft, flavorful interior. The gooey marshmallows add a delightful texture and sweetness that complements the yams perfectly. Enjoy this easy and delicious recipe with your family and friends, and savor the nostalgic flavors with a modern twist.

A Classic Dish, Modernized

Air fried candied yams transform a traditional recipe into a quick and convenient dish using modern cooking techniques. This updated version retains the essence of the classic while enhancing the flavors and textures with the efficiency of air frying. Whether you call them yams or sweet potatoes, the air fryer makes them deliciously crispy and caramelized, bringing out their natural sweetness in every bite.

Yams or Sweet Potatoes?

In the U.S., what we commonly refer to as yams are actually sweet potatoes. True yams have a different texture and flavor, but for this recipe, sweet potatoes work perfectly. Their natural sweetness and smooth texture are ideal for creating that classic candied effect, especially when paired with the buttery, sugary coating and the gooey marshmallow topping.

Enjoying Your Air Fried Candied Yams

Serve your air fried candied yams hot, with the marshmallows still gooey. This dish is sure to be a hit at your holiday table, bringing together the classic flavors of candied yams with the convenience and efficiency of air frying. Enjoy the delicious combination of crispy, caramelized yams and sweet, melty marshmallows with every bite!

How to make Candied Yams with Marshmallows

Open the can of yams and drain them. Make sure to reserve the liquid. If using the oven preheat to 350 degrees. Put the yams in an oven-safe container. If you are using an air fryer make sure it fits inside the air fryer.

Heat the butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt and yam juice in a pan over medium heat.

Once the mixture bubbles and liquefies take it off the heat and pour it all over the yams.

If using the air fryer cook for 10-15 minutes or until they are all warmed through. If using the oven cook for 30-40 minutes.

Once the yams are all warmed top them with the marshmallows. Up the temp on the air fryer to 400 and cook for 2-4 minutes. You are just cooking them until they are browned.